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When are you supposed to declare a major?
college majors & minors

When Do You Declare A Major?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
As a general rule, students are expected to be declaring a major by the end of their 3rd or 4th semester. Every college has their own rules and guidelines on when and how students are required to declare a major. It is important not to presume anything. You must find out about your college’s rules so …
Many college students are dropping out of college.
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4 Tips to Minimize the Odds of Dropping Out of College

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The statistics on college dropouts are alarming—about 45% of students who enroll in college end up dropping out of college without graduating. That’s a scary thought, especially when you consider the expenses they would have incurred towards the terms completed. College tuition is expensive. For most students, the only way to afford a college education …
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ACT & SAT

A Guide to Choosing the ACT or SAT

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Most colleges specify that they require test scores in an application—though almost all students will take either test. Depending on where you live in the US, one test or the other could be much more popular, and so your high school may only offer one. Taking the other might be trickier, but could be well …
Here are 7 in-demand psychology degree jobs you can explore.
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7 In-Demand Career Options With A Psychology Degree

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
A degree in psychology helps you expand your knowledge of human behavior and thus sets the foundation for a wide range of immensely satisfying career options. Listed below are some of the most in-demand psychology degree jobs. Substance Abuse Counseling As a substance abuse counselor, you would work to help your clients who are addicted …
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hidden gems 2018

Hidden Southeast Gems: 2018

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Known for its good food and rich history, the Southeast is also home to several hidden gem schools. We’ve highlighted the top three hidden gem schools per state. For the purposes of this list, we’ve included the following states in the southeast: AR, LA, AL, MS, FL, GA, TN, SC, NC, VA, and KY. To …
College Raptor's 2018 Hidden Midwest Gem list
hidden gems 2018

Hidden Midwest Gems: 2018

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The Midwest is America’s heartland, and often an overlooked region of the country. But these “Flyover” states have a number of hidden gems among them that shouldn’t be counted out. We’ve highlighted the top three hidden gem schools per state. For the purposes of this list, we’ve included the following states in the northwest: IA, IL, …

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